Events in Swanage

Whats On in December 2024 events in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck

Throughout the year Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck plays host to a wide array of events and festivals for all ages. You can filter the events by: Animals and Conservation (1), Childrens or Family Event (5), Community (41), Exhibitions and Shows (1), Fetes and Festivals (1), Food and Drink (1), History and Heritage (2), Hobbies (2), Music (3), Sport and Exercise, Walks (4), Theatre and Stage (1), .

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December 2024

Sun

1st

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Mon

2nd

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:00

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Tue

3rd

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Art Workshop

08:30

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Art Workshop at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Making Memories Dementia Friendly Cafe

10:00 to 12:00

Community in Swanage

Meet at the Show Bar in the Mowlem Theatre, Shore Road, Swanage from 10am to 12 noon on the first and third Tuesday in the month. Meeting fiends socially over a cup of tea or coffee and homemade cake with occasional entertainment. A stimulating way to share memories and experiences with other peo...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Wed

4th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Martial Arts Training

18:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Thu

5th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

Music in Swanage

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Purbeck Folk Club

20:00 to 22:30

Music in Swanage

Our next evening at the Village Hall on the 5th December 2024 will feature The Well. The Well are creative spirits with very different artistic and cultural backgrounds who have formed an enthusiastic and sympathetic friendship making music they describe as alt-folk. Initially put together for a si...

Fri

6th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Band Practice J.J

18:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Band Practice J.J at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Sat

7th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! I... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Swanage Christmas Market

10:00 to 16:00

Community in Swanage

The annual start to the festive season with stalls, food, drinks and seasonal cheer! ...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Annual Meeting Drummon Locomotives Ltc

12:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Annual Meeting Drummon Locomotives Ltc at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

DINNER! DARLINGS! DINNER! by Josephine Pembroke

19:30 to 21:00

Theatre and Stage in Studland

A COCKTAIL INFUSED DINNER PARTY, FULL OF MUSIC, GOSSIP, COMEDY AND DESPAIR. SET IN THE 70s. EXPECT ‘A’ LIST CELEBRITIES AND FROLICS!Josephine Pembroke, cabaret singer and actor, is well known to many in Purbeck. Josephine’s latest show has had rave reviews at its debut at Brighton Fringe this yearP...

Sun

8th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Purbeck Artists & Stallholders Christmas Fair

11:00 to 16:00

Fetes and Festivals in Swanage

A Christmas event in beautiful Worth Matravers. Come and explore a range of handmade crafts, art work and tasty festive treats. A wonderful source of unique Christmas gifts.Find us at Worth Matravers village hall. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. Free admission. This popular event has been running for ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Mon

9th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:00

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Tue

10th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Wonka

18:30

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Wonka at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Purbeck Wi

18:45

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Purbeck Wi at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Wed

11th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Martial Arts Training

18:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Thu

12th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Coffee Junction

10:30

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Coffee Junction at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

Music in Swanage

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Fri

13th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Artisan Crafts

11:00 to 14:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Find our friendly artisan volunteers in the Outer Bailey every Friday displaying heritage crafts such as stone carving, wood carving, wattle and daubing, and more! *Displays dependent on volunteer availability...

Winter Lights

16:00 to 19:15

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Explore the ruins of Corfe Castle lit under warm glowing lights with the stars above you. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Braziers and festoon lights will illuminate the paths but we recommend you bring a torch with ...

Band Practice J.J

18:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Band Practice J.J at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Sat

14th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Cosy Corner Yoga School

08:30

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cosy Corner Yoga School at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! I... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Full Moon Walk | December Cold Moon

15:30 to 17:30

Animals and Conservation in Wareham

Dont miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, now open to all! Join us for a 3:30pm start, for a 2 hour guided walk around the reserve, taking in the beauty of the full moon and the night sky, lead by a RSPB member of staff. Tickets include a flask of hot cho...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Sun

15th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Full Moon Walk November | Women Only

15:30 to 17:30

Animals and Conservation in Wareham

Dont miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, in an event uniquely created by women for women.This event is open to anybody who identifies as a woman. We also welcome non binary people who feel comfortable in a womens only space to this event.At Arne we belie...

Church Service

17:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Church Service at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Mon

16th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:00

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Tue

17th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Making Memories Dementia Friendly Cafe

10:00 to 12:00

Community in Swanage

Meet at the Show Bar in the Mowlem Theatre, Shore Road, Swanage from 10am to 12 noon on the first and third Tuesday in the month. Meeting fiends socially over a cup of tea or coffee and homemade cake with occasional entertainment. A stimulating way to share memories and experiences with other peo...

Hx Team Xmas Drinks Pm And Evening

13:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Hx Team Xmas Drinks Pm And Evening at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth

19:00 to 21:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, and The Reiki Federation uk. Chakra Dancing is a Freeform dance class that is suitabl...

Wed

18th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Martial Arts Training

18:00

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Thu

19th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

Music in Swanage

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...

Fri

20th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Sat

21st

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Winter Solstice at Corfe Castle

07:00 to 10:00

Community in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Corfe Castle will be opening its gates from 7am to experience the rare opportunity of watching the sun rise over East Hill on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins. Explore the ruins and keep cosy around a fire pit roasting marshmallows in the Outer Bailey. Cas...

Parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! I... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Festive parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Joi us in your best fancy dress for this festive parkrun! Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jo... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Sun

22nd

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Mon

23rd

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Tue

24th

The Polar Express

Various times

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season Tickets or promotional vouchers cannot be used against this product.The experience consists of appr...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Wed

25th

Christmas Day Closed

Various times

Community in Swanage

Durlston Castle will be closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day however the park is still open to the public for those Christmas day walks. Merry Chr... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Thu

26th

Boxing Day Closed

Various times

Community in Swanage

Durlston Castle will be closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day however the park is still open to the public for those Christmas and Boxing day walks. ... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

Music in Swanage

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...

Fri

27th

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Sat

28th

Parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! I... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Sun

29th

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Mon

30th

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Tue

31st

Christmas Festivities at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Take time to relax and enjoy a winter warmer in the seasonal setting of Corfe Castle. Gather around a fire pit to toast marshmallows whilst catching up with friends or family. Natural decorations will be sprinkled around the castle, collected from across the Purbeck estate. Ad...

Lord of Misrule Storytelling tours

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

National Trust event. Far back in the mists of history, at the darkest time of the year the Lord of Misrule was chosen to oversee the fun and frivolity of the Christmas feast. Swapping places with the lord of the manor, they had complete power over all the guests in choosing the games, dances and ot...


Festivals

Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals

details for Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

24th May 2025 to 8th June 2025

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck.  Enjoy exploring the array of Open Studios  and the huge range of artistic riches, from painting, photography and sculpture to ceramics.

details for Swanage Jazz Festival

Swanage Jazz Festival

11th July 2025 to 13th July 2025

Swanage Jazz Festival 2024

details for Wilkswood Reggae Festival

Wilkswood Reggae Festival

24th July 2025 to 27th July 2025

Peace, love & harmony in the woods by the sea.

details for Swanage Carnival Week

Swanage Carnival Week

26th July 2025 to 2nd August 2025

The week long event begins on Saturday night with a large firework display followed by the procession of decorated floats and bands on Sunday afternoon.

details for Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

14th August 2025 to 17th August 2025

The annual Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

details for Swanage Fish Festival

Swanage Fish Festival

21st August 2025 to 22nd August 2025

Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.

details for Swanage Folk Festival

Swanage Folk Festival

5th September 2025 to 7th September 2025

Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.

details for Purbeck WALX festival

Purbeck WALX festival

15th September 2025 to 21st September 2025

Nordic Walkers of all levels are invited to join the team at Nordic Walking UK for a week of Nordic walking, workshops and social events in the stunning Isle of Purbeck in Dorset

details for Swanage Blues Festival

Swanage Blues Festival

3rd October 2025 to 5th October 2025

Swanage Blues Festivals take place in October each year

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